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Purported Maoist Letter Offers Temporary Halt to Armed Struggle, Seeks One-Month Ceasefire

Chhattisgarh police are verifying the note’s authenticity ahead of any government decision on talks.

Indian security forces pause while on patrol for Maoist rebels in Dantewada, Chhattisgarh state on September 12
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Indian paramilitary soldiers patrol during a combing operation to flush out Maoists from their strongholds, near the jungles of Betla, about 210 kilometers (132 miles) northeast of Ranchi, India, on March 17, 2010. (Photo: Sasanka Sen/AP)

Overview

  • A statement attributed to CPI (Maoist) spokesperson 'Abhay' says the group will temporarily stop armed activity and is ready for talks, including via video call.
  • The note asks the Centre to declare a one-month ceasefire, halt search operations, and allow time to consult cadres nationwide, including imprisoned members.
  • Police say the document’s authenticity is under examination, and Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma objects to the use of the term 'ceasefire' and urges surrender under rehabilitation policy.
  • The release differs from past Maoist communiqués, carrying Abhay’s photograph and listing email and Facebook contacts, with reports citing August 15 or August 25 as the date.
  • The outreach follows sustained security operations and leadership losses, including the May killing of general secretary Nambala Keshav Rao (Basavaraju), and the Centre has not issued a formal response.